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Just checked my 2538 (same as yours only earlier model) and the wire from the ECU doesn't go back to the dash panel, but rather down to the frame on the right side under the engine compartment. It is a grounding wire for the ECU, along with several others grounded to the frame at the same point...

Are you engaging the PTO at idle speed? My mower will grind a gear or two sometimes when it starts, but it's nothing major.

Why should the tip (now tax free BTW) be based on the amount of the bill. I've had better service at the local diner for a $10 meal, than at a fancy restaurant where you're lucky to get out under $25 each. Tips should be based on service, not the amount of the bill.

I agree with your assessment of the '24 F-250 being the sweet spot. But I'd search for a low mileage one from a private party before I'd buy a '24 from a dealer. You'll get a much better deal, and still have full warranty on it. Also, pulling a 10k# trailer will require a "bump up" in...

I may be reading the wiring diagram wrong, but to me it looks like the temp gauge is on a separate fuse. Even if it's not, it won't hurt to check your fuse box just in case. If the wire to the sensor is "loose" as you describe it, it might also be worth while to back track from the sensor all...

If you want it to last, I'd suggest you NOT store the sprayer outside. The sun will disintegrate your white tank and the plastic fittings. Also, rinse the hell out of the sprayer, hose, and pump before storing each time you use it. It will prevent it from becoming obsolete before it's time.

You don't lose money unless you sell it, and you don't make money unless you sell it. Your statements are no more than a snapshot in time. A week from now, things could be better or worse. Last Friday the S&P hit an all time high. Doesn't mean your portfolio should've hit an all time high...

Bot 2 truck loads of "crusher run" gravel for the driveway. Price of gravel is about the same as gold these days. $1500 for 2 loads. (One guy wanted $1500 for ONE load...absurd) Before Covid, it was $325-350 a load

Update: Couldn't find a PTO Harley Rake to rent. So I used a 6' box blade and put the scarifiers just barely below the cutting blade. Tried it on a small section of the chip & seal drive (or what was left of it) and it worked like a charm. Made 3-4 passes over the entire driveway to get all of...

Several years ago I'm sitting in my living room watching TV. Thunderstorm in progress. All of a sudden "Crack/Boom" at the same time. I jumped a foot straight up off the couch from a sitting position. Lightning hit the elec transformer on the back corner of my yard. I saw it hit. Luckily, no...

M59, your comments cement my decision not to even try to run the rake off the FEL. Doubt if I can find a PTO rake to rent but I'm going to try. Don't have any pics, but the chip and seal is made up of bb size pebbles (1/16th" diameter) embedded in hot tar (when applied several years ago). I've...

Thanx for the links and comments. Don't have any asphalt to contend with. An old layer of "chip and seal" which is about 1/16" think at this point, and most of it is gone. Driveway has a bunch of ¼"-½" potholes where the chip and seal is gone. Looks like someone dropped a cluster bomb on it...

Need to use a Harley Rake to grind up an old driveway. Tractor puts out 9 gpm hydraulic flow. I'm wondering if that's enough to operate a 4'-5' Harley Rake. Most are run by skid steers that have a higher gpm on the hydraulics. Any of you guys have any success running one with your tractor?

I have 2020 F150. 44k miles. I did a tranny fluid change and diff oil change a month or so ago myself. Contrary to popular opinion, there IS a dipstick for the 10 speed. It's in the fill port. But you have to get under the truck to access it. I didn't do a full "flush" but replaced the tranny...

I use TSC's Travelers Transmission hydraulic fluid. But I buy my Rotella 15w-40 from Walmart. Usually $2-$3 a gal less than TSC. I also use Wix filters whenever I can. There is one Bosch fuel filter on my model that no one else makes. My 2¢

Definitely something going on with right side. I agree with oldnslo, test to see if your right pulley is rotating at a slower speed than the left. I'm reaching here, but could the spindle shaft be broken inside the housing? Or maybe the key that fixates the pulley on the shaft is disintegrated...

I'm late to this party, but I have 5 acres of bermuda (used to be 10, sold 5) and even with a small amount of bermuda, if cared for properly will spread and fill in nicely in about 2 seasons. I agree with those that say get a soil sample. In fact, get 2-4 samples over the 5 acres as you may...

Couple of suggestions based on what I ran into with my 2538 (earlier version of your 2638) Check the linkage under the floor board to see if it's tight. My "gearshift" was loose where it connects to the tranny linkage. My gearshift also hit the back of the slot in the floor board, preventing...

Sounds like you've nailed the prep. The one suggestion I have is "follow the sun". Try to always paint in the shade. Might take you 2-3 days instead of 1, but you'll feel better and the paint will cure better. And don't skimp on the quality of the paint. You don't want to do this again in 2-3...

Have you thought about mounting the receiver for the laser level on the super-structure above your bucket? Lay your bucket flat on the ground, then mount the receiver at a point above the top of the bucket (protected from material and dumping) and the indicator lights would give you a pretty...

I try to be a good neighbor. I'll always help people out in times of need, even if they don't ask. But unfortunately, every time I loan a tool or equipment out, it costs me money. Last time I loaned my tractor to a neighbor who's Kubota tranny went out, and when he brought it back, he rammed my...

Did you happen to check the top of the deck to see if it thru the belt off the pulley? And maybe check the safety switch(es) in case the branch struck one of those wires before getting wrapped around the pulley.

Why would you dump a quart of dirty oil, into a reservoir of new, clean oil by not changing the filter? You would essentially contaminate the new oil instantly. IMO, you should ALWAYS change the oil filter when doing the oil change. I also think that waiting until 5k miles to do oil changes is...

I used to mow 10 ac (2 five acre lots) with a finish mower because I had it all in bermuda grass. A couple of years ago I sold one of the lots, and now mow 5 acres with my tractor & 7' PTO finish mower. Takes me 2:10 with significant hills and buildings to mow around. When I sold the other 5...

Just watched a YT video on a mower with the same symptom. Turns out (in this case) it was a faulty gas cap that wasn't venting. After a time of running, it creates a vacuum lock and won't let gas flow to the carb. Try drilling a hole in the gas cap, or in the filler neck right below the gas cap...

I've often thought about putting a larger bucket on my 2538. Not so much for the additional weight lifting, but rather for the additional cube for light materials, like mulch, hay, dry manure, and bulky items. It's like anything else in life...if you use some common sense, you'll be fine. If...

Just bought a Mazda Miata with a 6 speed manual...love it. Tons of fun to drive. Wish my F150 had a manual transmission.

I use 2 different ones: Spot Shot Capture Both work well on pet stains, one does better on greasy stains, but the directions are clear on the cans. Can get at big box stores.

TBH I have not read all 10 pages before this post. But I'd bet you've gotten significant input from "both sides" of the issue. All I'll tell you is that I have a 84" 3 pt finish mower that I mow my 5 acres for the past 8 years. My neighbor bot 5 acres next door a couple of years ago and bought...

Being the cheapskate...uh, I mean "frugal", I got a 30 gal HD plastic drum (rated higher than HDPE) from my local car wash, for free, rinsed it out (had soap in it) and fill that with gas that I use in all 3 of my vehicles. I use this pump. Changed the alligator clips to a 12v power point, plug...

Check the linkage joint under the seat deck. One time I discovered the nut was loose and it was "somewhat" easier to shift after I tighten it.

This ▲ ▲ ▲ Might have to rinse and repeat several times, but it will work eventually.

IIRC Obama care had some significant premium reimbursements depending on your income. If you're both retired, it might be a good option. But I've also heard that the premium rebates are supposed to end either this year, or sometime soon.

I wasn't suggesting you get a walk behind spreader, but rather a pull behind spreader you attach to your drawbar. Won't throw material 30', but will be far superior to a walk behind model.

I should have been more clear. You're right, it would be taxed on any gain/interest. And all of it would be at ordinary income rates, not cap gains. Thanx for clarifying.

Spreaders like shown above work great. I have one. But IMO it would be over-kill to use it for just one acre. I use mine for 5 acres and can do it in <30 minutes. A smaller pull behind on wheels would do an acre in 15-20 minutes. And save you a ton of $$.

One other important factor I haven't seen mentioned so far, is that whatever money you put into a Roth, it must remain there for 5 years, before you enjoy the tax free withdrawals. Otherwise you pay tax on any withdrawal. Just FYI.

As with anything else, educate yourself on the pros & cons of investing in various types of vehicles. Mutual Funds, ETFs, indv stocks, bonds, etc. I record several of the finance shows on TV everyday. Doesn't take long to get a good feel for who knows what they're talking about. I also read and...

I've used liq urea before on bermuda. Mine was a 32%N, 68% H2O from the container. I then diluted it in the following ratio: 1 gal of 32% solution to 20 gal of water. I may have diluted it too much, as I didn't see a huge growth/greening spurt. Saw some, but not as much as I had hoped. Hope...

To me, it sounds like you might have a corrupt file(s) in your windows opps system, or even malware. Try these: in the search field (task bar) for windows, type: cmd then type: sfc /scannow Then try: chkdsk /r restart your PC. It will perform check disk, and repair issues, but will take a...

Not familiar with your model, but it might be easier to disconnect the bucket instead of disconnecting the battery. Getting to mine is a PITA.

I've got over ¼ mile long gravel drive to maintain. I've tried just about everything to maintain it: Box blade, drag, harrow, landscape rake (York rake), FEL back dragging, etc. For the past 6 years, I've gone exclusively to the Landscape rake. BUT....you have to adjust it a fair amount. 45°...

I would never presume to give any of you advice, but I will share a few facts. Since the dawn of the stock market, the S&P has returned (on avg) about 8% a year. The last 2 years have been phenomenal "outliers". Expecting 20%+ regularly is fools play IMO. Mutual funds have some of the highest...

There are several threads on this board addressing this topic. Cliff notes say: OEM oil, Traveler's Hydraulic Trans fluid, or similar. Just be sure to use fluid specifically labeled for transmission use, and meets OEM stds.

We're in the middle of getting 1"-2" of snow/ice mixture. In SC this is like Armageddon. The way people act and drive, you would think its the end of the world, even though it'll all be gone tomorrow by noon.

Assuming you're wanting to add them to your tractor, you need to look at your hydraulic valve assembly to see if you have a "power beyond" port, as well as a output and backflow port for the additional lines. If not, you'll need to replace (or possibly add) another valve body in order to operate...

As you can see from my pic to the left, mine is fiberglass (re-used golf cart top). But since you said you're in the woods, I'd go for metal for the added protection. It will be hotter than fiberglass, but sounds like you're more concerned about falling limbs than heat. Paint the top of it white...

Carhart (used to) make an "extreme" series of clothing, coveralls included. They were much warmer than the standard Carharts and water proof. They are BLACK in color, not brown. Not sure if they are still available, but if they are, they're worth every penny. I didn't even need to wear long...

May I ask why you're using the brake pedal(s) so much? Whenever I let off of one of the right pedals, I stop almost immediately. Sometimes I "touch" the reverse pedal to come to a stop even quicker. Only time I use the brake pedals is to park on a slope. If you're getting "creep", be sure to...

Kudos for wanting to make your own kickstand. I assume that the mounting bracket for the kickstand/legs is missing? My tractor is smaller than yours, but the mounting bracket is located only about 15%-20% up on the rail that is closest to the bucket. Personally, if I had my "druthers" I'd mount...

I've had tankless heaters for the past 15 yrs. I'll never go back to the old type. endless hot water, consistent temps, all's good. I'm partial to Rinnai brand. Have had great luck with them. No issues at all. Got the 95k outdoor model. You can run 3 showers, and a dishwasher at the same time...

After reading all of the previous posts, its evident that everyone, and every doctor is different, as is the recovery. I had my rt knee replaced in 2018. Still hurts on occasion to this day. Did the PT, took the meds, and it took a year to get 70%'ish range of motion. I still cannot squat at...

Your tractor will have a different valve body than mine. Surplus Center website has pics of all the different valve bodies. Just match one up to yours, and confirm the GPM flow rate is comparable. I think if you called them, they would try to help you. They did for me.

I lost the cover (and innards) on one of my valves on the valve body. Went to the dealer and they don't sell the internal parts. Wanted to sell me an entire valve body for $900+. Instead I bought a new valve body from Surplus Center for a couple hundred. Works just as good as the OEM.

I don't have your exact model, but I've experienced a similar (not exact) issue as you. On the drawing the red valve body shows 2 round cylinders on the rear of the valve block. These are spring loaded for the valves. I assume you haven't lost one of the round cylinder housings (I did and it...

Don't know your model inside and out, but perhaps there is a fuel sensor of some sort inside your tank that is bad, or "unplugged"?

I put up a lean-to that has most of my implements under it, for under $1k, with a metal roof. No varments bother anything.

Bought mine in mid 2016 right when I started building a house and 10 acres of land. During and right after construction I put a ton of hours on it. Probably 400 the first year. Another 300/yr the 2nd thru 5th, and now probably 150 yr since. Total right now, of 1950 & change in just under 8 years.

Obviously, something is causing them to loosen. Check the threads in the nuts and the lugs. Maybe they're damaged, or stripped or something like that. If the issue(s) are limited to just those specific lugs & nuts, then I'd focus there. If random lug nuts loosen that would likely be different...

HST's are notorious for slowing down on grades. One option (outside the box) is checking into getting it "tuned" to give you some more horses. When I had mine flashed with an update to the EPIM, I'm pretty sure the guy added a few more horses as well, as it ran better/stronger than the day I...

Is your implement in the air? Meaning, is there a load on the 3 pt hitch. It's really tough to turn the knob is there is a significant load on the system. It could be that the knob is seized due to lack of use. Spray some lubricant on it, and let it soak, then try to work it both ways with a...

Sorry, but I haven't had to tighten mine in 8 years. Have you removed the wheel to see if there is something between the hub and where the wheel marries up? Might be causing your problem. Do you have Ag tires or the industrial tires? Try putting some Lock-tite on the lugs and nuts.

Got a 275 gal tote filled with diesel that I've had in my 2nd garage for 5 years. I add BioKleen to it every so often to prevent unwanted microbes, and a qt of ATF to lubricate the injectors of the tractor. I have a board on the top of the tote to prevent direct sun light from hitting it and...

This will sound crazy, but if the acreage is just grass & weeds, with no brush or saplings, you might want to try to find a guy with an old school PTO sickle mower for the first cut. It would make a clean cut down to within 4" or so of the ground. In your part of the country I bet there are...

Don't know where you're located, but I'm in the heart of SC horse country. There are wooden fences everywhere. Nobody uses 4x6 posts. They use 5" diameter round posts (cheaper). Everyone uses 2x6 boards, not 1x6. In 2-3 years the 1x6's will become much weaker with rain, and much easier for...

FWIW, check your Hyd level before adding more. Mine was filled above the sight glass, and because Hyd fluid is relatively clear, it looked like it didn't have any fluid in the sight glass. If you don't have a dipstick on your reservoir, make your own with a long zip tie. Measure down from the...

Just brain storming, but how about compressed air or a leaf blower? Mice nests are not usually packed in like a bird's nest, usually kind of loose. If that works to remove the nests, then spray with brake/carb cleaner to get rid of the smell. Should evaporate quickly, leaving your clutch as it...

Yes you can have more than 1 trustee. My wife and I are "Co-trustees" on each other's trusts (we have 2, 1 for her, 1 for me). Many people don't need 2 trusts, some do. Successor trustees take over when the original trustee(s) are gone, or incapable of managing the trust. Most of the time it's...

In 2023 I took a job with Generac. The QC now, vs 5-10 years ago is not even remotely close to acceptable. In the plant I worked at, there were 100's (and I'm not exaggerating) of defective units stacked up in the aisles of the warehouse for the entire time I worked there. You couldn't go thru...

Were you mowing in 4WD? Can you shift between 2WD & 4WD when it won't move forward?

My atty's rule of thumb is put your "assets" in the trust, leave the liabilities in joint or indv names, outside of the trust. ANY "qualified" account (IRA's 401k's, 403B's, 457 plans, etc) and any other qualified plan that has a beneficiary designation should not (nor can it) go into the...

That's what I was trying to communicate. Use a different "brand" than Mahindra. Guess I didn't do a good enough job. I'm going to save the link myself, as at some point, I'll need to replace one, or more. Thanx for the research.

Doesn't have to be "Mahindra" cylinders. They don't make them anyway for the 2538. But you need ones with same size pins, and flow rate. My control valve body went to junk, and I replaced it with a generic valve body, and works just fine.

Try a local hydraulics shop. Just measure the length and width of the cylinder. They could probably give you some insight on where to go/buy it. It might be less expensive to buy a used pair, even if you have to replace the seals. I think they're rated for almost 1000# each.

Sorry, but I don't have any info on the fuel rail pressure. What little knowledge I have, is based on experience, not training...lol.

If you have a multi-meter, check to see if you have power getting to the battery side of the solenoid. If you do, then it's not the relay. (You may have to turn the key on to check this, as the relay needs to be engaged) If no power to solenoid, then pull the relay, switch it with another relay...

Found this in the diagnostic manual: P1606 - PUMP METERING UNIT PLAUSIBILITY ERROR AT IDLING The metering unit is used for compressing the fuel at high pressure and sending it at pressurized stage towards the rail, which is controlled by ECU. Possible Causes • Fuel leaking through PLV • Rail...

Yeah, I agree. Check your wire(s) from the instrument cluster to the coolant sending unit and see if you have continuity. If not, that could be your problem for the P1751. Not sure what the P1606 is for. Fuel? Hydraulic pressure? Coolant? Did the dealer give you any hints?

Don't know for sure, but I would say "yes" it does cause some harm, as moisture in the engine when first started hasn't had any time to evaporate during use, especially over a long period of time. If yours is a diesel, you should let it warm up for at least a couple of minutes to let the fluids...

It looks like on your OBD reader you have the opportunity to "reset" the trouble codes. I read that as an opportunity to clear them. It could be that the code that triggered the Chk Eng lite is no longer valid (kind of says that on your OBD screen). Try erasing the codes. Shut down the tractor...

Don't want to rain on your parade, but starting up in L, or M, or H won't trigger the engine light. I NEVER start mine in neutral. I'm not even sure I HAVE a neutral setting on the range lever.

I've had my 2538 for almost 8 years now. Havne't had any issues at all. The F/R "creep" is inherent on this model. Just tap the other pedal to get it to "neutral" (stand still). I'd also get under the floorboard and lubricate the linkage for the pedals, and check for any rubbing against...

I recently bought the wife a "new" used car from a dealer. Turns out the dealer was so incompetent that they had not bothered to get a lien release from the creditor that the previous owner had used. I bought the car not knowing this, and 3 days before the temp plate expired I called the dealer...

I use a ratchet strap to hold the drum in place in my pickup until I get it home. I have a 2x10x16' "ramp" that I use to slide the drum onto a roll-around dolly. If you're going to store it outside, then I'd put it up on some sort of platform, like a pallet, or 2x's to keep it off of the...

I've got (2) 30 gal HYPE(?) drums I got from the local car wash. They had "caustic" chemicals (soap with additives) in them. They are thick walled, have 2 bung holes on top with rubber gaskets and have housed my gasoline needs for over 2 years. (I fill them up every month). Got the drums free...

I got a renovated "new" PC with win 11 on it recently. My MS Office won't work on it. (it was an "upgrade" only version). Anyway, I installed "Open Office" from Apache, and it is fully compatible with my Word and Excel files. Didn't have to do anything to convert them. There are just a couple of...

What you want is to make sure that the top layer has "dust or fines" in it. Crusher/run is ok, but unwashed screenings is the best. You want something that will compact.

Since you're in a freeze/thaw zone, your rock problem will continue longer than you will. The freezing and thawing of the soil will push rocks to the surface forever. So my thought is this... Why not use the rocks to your advantage? Sounds like you've harvested enough rocks that you could use...

I know there has been previous posts on this topic, but I thought this deserved a new one. Tractor was creeping really bad today, much more so than normal. Decided to crawl under it and see if I could lube the linkage, adjust it, whatever. What I discovered was that the rear hydrostat linkage...

I spray my 5 acres with Bifen-IT twice a year. Kills army worms, ants, grubs, moth larvae and essentially anything living in the soil. (No cicadas yet either). And by keeping all the insects out of the soil, it takes away the food supply for varmints, like armadillos. Not sure its effect on...

Ditto on the window tint. They now have a CLEAR window tint that cuts down on UV and heat. I have it on my F150, and the cab is 20°-30° cooler setting out in the direct sun than it was without it. It would definitely aid in your AC capability.

Currently under the tax law passed in 2020, a non-spouse beneficiary has to distribute the entire balance of an IRA by the end of year 10, after death of owner. They can do it all at once, or any piece meal way they want (RMD's are the minimum distribution if already started for each year).

Thought it might be nice to have this thread for us to share tips and suggestions to make ownership and operation easier for others. Some of these might seem like "no brainers" to seasoned tractor and implement owners, but to others they may be welcomed. Here's a few I've learned over the last...

I've heard of 2 preventive ways to prevent rodents from camping out in your engine/dash bays. 1. Put a couple of Bounce dryer sheets under the hood & dash 2. Soak some cotton with "Peppermint" essential oil, and put in a perforated container and hang under your hood.

I would assume you checked your hydraulic oil level. Do you experience any "jerkiness" in the loader or the transmission? They share the same reservoir. Does the FEL move slower than before? You may have a clogged valve, or hose, or coupling. Maybe try to disconnect one hose of the lifting...

I have a well head cycle stop valve. It keeps the pump operating during irrigation almost continuously which reduces wear and tear on the pump, from cycling all the time. You could control your GPM with that, as it's adjustable to a wide range. Also agree with other posters about irrigating at...

Most of us use vise grips or something similar to "pinch" off the fuel line before the right side filter. You could certainly add a valve if you wanted to. That would be the "correct" way to do it. But (I think) the filter interval change is 500 hours, so your valve wouldn't get used much. I...

I'd pull the both of the fuel filters and check them. You could also have something blocking the gravity feed tube from the tank to the fuel filters. Pull the fuel line on the right side of the engine before the fuel filter and see if you have good gravity flow. If so, pull the line in front of...

If you use gravel, use Pee gravel (size of BB's) instead of 57. Also be sure to use a very heavy plastic. I did gravel, then plastic on top.

I've only got 5 acres to mow, but I borrowed my neighbors commercial grade ZT and tried mowing my bumpy yard with it once. Never again. It wasn't about the ZT not cutting well, it was the extremely short wheel base that accentuated every stinking bump. I have a 7' PTO finish mower that I...

Is there a pattern to the flashes, like an error code? Don't have your model, but could be a warning for water in fuel, low pressure, or low fuel? Check your owner's manual for maybe a hint or 2.

Ditto on the safety switch suggestion. One time I had inadvertently pressed the PTO button and it was "on" when I tried to start the tractor. Just like you, not even a click. FWIW, could you have possibly run over something (big branch etc) while mowing that could have caught a safety switch...

OK, I looked a little closer to the last picture per your comments. That plate with 2 holes looks completely out of place. It almost looks like that plate was mounted to the shifting axle inside the "U" bracket just below the shift lever. I see a shiny flat spot on that piece of metal. But I...

From the 3rd pic, it appears you have a hydraulic leak. Maybe a significant one. Have you checked the hydraulic oil level in the reservoir to see if you're low? That could (not saying it is) be one possible cause. I have a different model than you, but on my linkage there is a tensioner spring...

You're right. There is not an over abundance of "activity" in the Mahindra forum. But when someone has an issue, most of us try to come to the rescue if we can. For general issues, post on one of the other TBN forums. Lots to choose from. And usually very good advice. And Welcome!

I too, think the plumbers cut corners by only installing a ¾" main line. Should have been 1", or better yet, run ½" home runs to all fixtures and utilize a manifold. Much better pressure, much better flow, and almost instant hot water at the faucets. If you have access to the inbound lines, and...

Bought 10+, had it all cleared, planted grass on all 10+. After 5 years of mowing for 6+ hours at a time, got tired of it, and sold off 5 acres. Still have all the enjoyment and privacy needed with the 5, and 3¼ hours less mowing each week. Heaven.

Having to clear, grade and plant 10 acres of turf, I would suggest you always have "roots in the ground" to control erosion, mud, etc. If you burn everything down with glyphosate you'll end up with a mud pit, unless you put down gravel. Pre-emergent (as stated) will prevent root growth in new...

It would behoove you to have a legitimate company organization, such as an LLC or Sub S corp for your business. (Your post did not indicate that you had one). I'd also set up a separate checking account in the name of the business in order to produce a proper "paper trail" for all business...

One of your new battery cables might be bad. Switch them back to the old ones, and try again.

Just got back from going to TSC & Walmart. Need to change oil in my T4 tractor. To my surprise Walmart was $4/gal LESS than TSC for the exact same Rotella 5w-40 for diesels. In the past TSC has been lower than Walmart in my area. So do yourself a favor and compare pricing!

Mine has done that since the day I bought it in 2016. Usually, it's because the hyd oil is not warmed up yet. (but not always). I usually just tap the other pedal lightly to get it to a neutral position. Greasing hasn't helped in my case, but it certainly doesn't hurt to do it.

The paper fuel filter in the canister on the right side is Wix 33993. To my knowledge Wix does not make the fuel filter to replace the Bosch filter on the left side of the engine with the water sensor. You have to get the Bosch filter.

I built a doggie door from scratch a long time ago. I used a piece of plexiglass. Let the dog see outside easy, and made it easy to train him (it was his first doggie door)

I agree that getting a soil test will be your first best option. If your soil pH isn't right, any $$ you spend on seed, fertilizer, chemicals, etc would be like taking $100 bills and burning them in your driveway. They won't be effective. Once your soil is re-balanced then you can plant your...

My dealer installed steel 2x4 hollow tubing under my seat rails as a courtesy when I bought the tractor. When I upgraded to a suspension seat, I didn't need the steel risers anymore, but I did add 2x6 PT plate to the steel floor under the seat to raise it another 1½" instead of the 3½" the...

SIAP, but check if Verizon has a cell tower near you. They have a whole house wifi router that works with their cell signal. $50/month. Get 20-40 mbps. We used it for a couple of years for streaming, until we recently got fiber optic installed.

The first fuel filter is on the right side, and it's a paper filter inside of the alum(?) canister. wix makes one, but it's encased in metal and the number is 33993. I think its over kill, but to each his own. The Bosch filter on the left side of the engine, is the only one I've found that fits...

If I read your original post correctly, this is the first build ever for you. Unless you're one helluva handyman, I'd suggest not doing it on the first, or even the 2nd build. You not only need to be very detailed, but you also need to think 2-3 subs ahead, and know what they need from the...

Wix engine oil filter: 51324 Wix hydraulic filter: 51586 Wix air: 46489 Wix air: 46490

If you haven't disabled a bunch of unnecessary start up programs in Win 10, I'd suggest you do so. It's easy and there are a bunch of YT videos on how to do it if you're not familiar with it. I also use CCleaner and Spybot once a week to keep my ops system free from trackers, cookies, etc. It's...

I've read thru all 7 pages here, and a couple of things that I don't think have been addressed: Do you have any stocks/bonds/CD's etc that you can sell to fund all or part of the barn? And if you do, only you can decide if it's worth it to do so. (Non-IRA/401k of course) Have you investigated...

I've had tankless water heaters (gas only) in the last 2 houses. 8 years on the first one, 7+ on this one. Unlimited hot water, uses far less gas than heating a 40-60 gal tank 24/7/365. You can adjust the hot water temp in 5° increments to your liking. Unless you're using 4 showers at once, a...

Hope you're planning on using ear buds for the radio. I'd never be able to listen to one, between the engine noise and PTO implement noise.

I've never left, having a flip phone. I don't text, I don't FB, Twit to whatever the hell that is. Texting is like "management by interruption". Texting is why the younger generations don't have any in-person social skills. Never look you in the eye, always have their heads buried in their...

There is a 12v pig tail under the shroud for the fuel tank. I used it to electrify a fan for the open station when it gets 90° or better and humid. Certainly could use that for a radio if you wanted. Trick is where to mount your radio

Thought of one other thing. You may have checked it, but not sure. I found that one time the nut & bolt that connects the vertical linkage to the shift lever (under the seat deck) was loose. Once I tighten that up it became "easier" to shift, but still a pain sometimes. Try calling your dealer...

Don't sell yourself short with the cutoff slabs. Firewood is firewood whether it be round, flat, square, triangle, whatever. Post it on Craigs List or FB Mktplace for sale. Give your neighbors the "neighbor discount" but I wouldn't give it away. I bought 4 full cords of cutoff slabs when I...

So has mine. I've tried everything under the sun. All of your ideas and more. I've come to the conclusion that even when stopped there is still significant internal hydro pressure on the gears that change the range from L-M-H. So after I stop, I inch forward a hair, back a hair and try to...

You know you're old when.....they discontinue your blood type.

If you had a ground fault, you might have blown the fuse for the intake heater. (in case you don't know) there is a fuse box under the steering wheel, next to the floor board, and another fuse box under the hood. Not sure which fuse is for the intake heater.

I have a 2538 (precursor model to yours) and if your control assembly is facing the seat (vs under the hood) that could be your fuse box. That's where mine is located.

The value on your statements only reflects a snapshot at a very specific time. (close of the market on the last trading day of the month). If you only look at your accts via the statements once a month, or once a quarter, and you're a "nervous Nelly" to begin with, you might want to reconsider...

If you insulate the floor between 1st floor and basement, you could probably get away with 60°-65° in the basement, assuming the basement is in fact, below ground, as opposed to a "walk out" basement.

I've used VOIP for probably 15+ years. Early years were tenuous. 1-2 second delays on sending and receiving voice. Got a lot better when bandwidth got better, and phone tech improved too. I've had it on DSL, Cable, Cellular internet (Verizon), and now fiber optic. Not knowing your location...

My neighbor hauls his 4000# Mahindra + FEL in his12' dump trailer. Key is to have trailer brakes, and an electronic tow brake assembly inside the truck.

Agree with your assessments. For it to be so sudden, has to be a significant event (not necessarily complicated or expensive). Did the wife say anything about it acting up when she was using it? Slow? Jerky, etc? My first thought was a blown line, or connection which would cause a loss of all...

As an alternative to look at, try US Treasury notes, bills, and bonds. Notes and Bills are short term duration US Treasuries. Most are paying 5%+ depending on the maturity. You can buy them for a 2 week maturity, all the way up to 30 years and everything in between. But the bonus here is this...

They are brackets that you screw down to the roof that are specially formulated to hold a 2x4 or 2x6 as a small platform to stabilize your stance on high pitched roofs. Roofing guys use them all the time. For an 8-12 pitch, I'd definitely want a few sets. Depending on your local, you might be...

If it were me, I'd take some 2x4's and either nail them horizontally to the roof to act as "safety stairs", or get the metal straps that roofers use to affix to the roof and then put the 2x4's on the metal strapping (sorry I forget the name of the strapping). A lumber yard would have them...

Give the dealer a call and see if there is supposed to be a rubber gasket, o-ring, or something similar on the plug in question. Even if there isn't supposed to be one, you might want to try one to see if it stops the leak. Just make sure it's not leaking from a seal or somewhere else above...

Mine "whines" at lower engine RPM's and under load (uphill, or towing something heavy). If I ramp up the RPM's to 1600+ it's not near as noticeable. I think it's inherent to an HST, since everything is run by hydraulics.

I use a 7' landscape rake to maintain my ½ mile gravel drive. It works very well for that application, but in your case, with "small rocks" the issue, even at an angle it will likely leave 20%-30% of them on the surface. A previous poster had a great idea, IMO, by welding a bunch of hand held...

The bracket that broke may have Torx (star heads) screws rather than allen wrench. No matter which ones they are, they will be metric.

Check out U-tube for a video on the subject. Seems like there's a video for even how to pick your nose....

I suspect it was plumbed for the backhoe and never changed back to use the 3 pt. (assuming the plumbing was changed, since everything else seems to work fine)

Glad you got it resolved !! Nice to hear of a dealer that actually puts the customer first (or at least near the top of the things to do list). You might want to ask the dealer if he knows if the 500 hour service was performed. I kind of doubt it seeing you got metal shavings on your drain...

Usually at the very bottom of the screen in type so small only the Hubble telescope could read it, there should be a link to "Unsubscribe" or Unsubscribe "here". Doesn't show up as a link, you have to find it, then click on the word. Also, if you're using Windows, or IOS you can add an "Ad...

I suspect you've already made up your mind to buy, or not buy, but just in case you haven't: I've had my 2538 (predecessor to your 2638) for 7 yrs now. 1825 hours without any problems. Work the hell out of it while I was building a house in 2016. Used the FEL for several hundred hours that year...

Not a hydraulics expert by a long shot, but with the bucket empty, and it sags, I would bet on a control valve seal leak, before a cylinder leak, only because 1 good cylinder would probably still hold up an empty bucket. Just my 2¢

I believe you have a fuel shut off solenoid and/or a relay. Sometimes those can malfunction when they get hot (from use or near heat from the engine). Not familiar with your model, so no hints as to where it's located. (Relay could be in one of the fuse boxes) I'm sure there are additional...

If your 2538 is older than 2016 model year, you might need a software update for your computer (called ECM). If the engine sounds a little rough, that is one of the symptoms. After they "flashed" my ECM with the new software update, (a service tech came to my house to do it) I felt like I...

For a mile of road to clear, I wouldn't even think about a rear blade. Not because it won't work, but because I'd have to go to the chiropractor after every snow plowing session. Your neck will be killing you to look backwards for that amount of time. Also unless you mount a rear light bar...

Personally, I'd opt for the FEL and modify your canopy frame to have it fit the ROPS. Or...build a larger canopy. I mow 10 acres in the SE USA and you're doing 20. The larger the canopy the better (and add a 12v fan as well). When I bought a tractor with an FEL I was 2nd guessing myself if I...

I have a 400' long drive (with a steep switchback) that connects to a ¼ mile shared gravel drive for 4 lots. After having to "fix" both roads after downpours (nobody else will fix the shared road), I can say for certain your first priority is to control the drainage. Then...worry about what...

Ditto on the closed cell foam. I spray foamed the inside of a Transit van conversion. Found a kit on Amazon with 12 cans, the gun, cleaner, and all the protective gear. It's not as messy as the "2 propane tank" apparatus, but still need the PPE. Also, Closed cell does not expand nearly as...

Actually I'd suggest draining BOTH fuel filters. (one on the right of the engine, and the Bosch filter on the left with the water separator) I'd replace the paper filter on the right, and let the Bosch "air out" for a day or 2 in the wind to evaporate any remaining gas. The paper filter on the...

One other place to check is to trace your 3 pt hitch hydraulic lines back to your control valve, or the tank (or both). Not totally familiar with JD, but my tractor's 3 pt supply line actually runs thru the FEL control valve thru a power beyond port. If yours has the same "plumbing" you may have...

Sounds like a great deal, and I believe you'll be happy you got the 6 footer, once you use it 2-3 times. Just a hint, from a guy who uses a 7' finish mower all the time....if you really need to get close to a tree, or other fixed object, pull in front of it, and then back up to mow around one...

There is a difference between caked on mud on and in, your tractor, and dust. I like everything clean, and the OP has a point about dirt, mud, (or corrosion), having a potential problem with all the electronics and mechanical stuff on a tractor. But my dealer told me the day he delivered it...

I was about to say don't use the tarp because of varmints taking cover under the tarp and chewing your wires, then I read where you're in Alaska. So I don't anticipate you'd get a lot of small rodents in the dead of winter running around. Do you have your tires filled? I'd make sure they can...

I too have a 2538, and would highly recommend you get a 6 footer rather than a 4-5' wide unit. I have a finish mower, and no brush cutter, so I can't recommend a brand, but I used my neighbor's 6' brush hog once and the tractor handled it very easily. Only thing you have to remember is the...

You have now added (what my neighbor says) "Character" to your tractor. I've added several complete personalities to mine....lol

I inherited a lawn tractor/mower from a neighbor. Hadn't run in 2 years. Went online to Amazon and got a carb, air and oil filter, and spark plugs for like $25. That was 2 seasons ago and it's still running strong. FWIW.

I'd like to, but I bought the fan several years ago, and don't even remember the "brand". I don't think it had one on it to be honest. The 12v fan is cylindrical, about 8-10" long and 4-5" in diameter. That's about as good of a description as I can give you. Sorry.

I put a 12v fan on my canopy frame, and aimed it right at my head. The thing blows so hard it rustles my hair. And yes, it keeps the bugs away. Love it. Make sure you read reviews on fans you're considering. Many are pretty weak. I can pass gas harder than they put out airflow....

Good advice here, but looking at the sub panel in his picture, it appears (but maybe you see something different) that there are 4 inbound wires coming from the house. I also think I see a copper ground wire connecting the 2 busses.

If you have a sub panel in your barn/shop from the main panel in the house, check to see if the neutral and ground buss bars (in the sub panel) have a strap connecting them. If so, turn off the breaker to the sub panel in your main breaker box in the house, and disconnect the strap in the sub...

Not sure on your specific model, but I'd check your control valve for your joystick. It might be plugged up/or restricted in a port or two. I was surprised to find out that my 3pt hitch hydraulics ran thru the control valve via power beyond port. If something is restricting the flow, like a...

Whenever I need a "targeted" dump into a narrow hole, or container, I just load the bucket from the corner of the pile, using the far end of the bucket. Essentially, you're trying to miss your pile of dirt/gravel/mulch/etc with ½, or more of the bucket. (You're only loading the far end of the...

Grain hoppers tend to be bigger and singular bin. This is a 4 bin hopper. It suggests to me that it is for "delicate" crops like tomatoes, peaches, grapes, specialty crops, etc. To me 4 bins is the key to ID'ing it.

My county has several recycling centers around the county. They take oil/hydraulic oil/ cooking oil, etc. They want the cooking oil in a different container at their site, but the motor oil and hydraulic oil go in the same bin. Perhaps you have a similar situation.

Most people think that anything over $10k gets reported. Truth is, anything over $3k gets reported, you just don't know it. Especially if it's a one time thing, and you don't own a business account with them. When (if) you deposit the cash, tell them the truth. You sold a trailer. It will be...

Having built several houses over the years, and using different framing crews, most (not all) use pneumatic nailers. 21° is by far the most popular. I originally had a Porter-Cable framing nailer. It was good until I dropped it. The repair guy told me to get a different brand because PC is...

Pain is the worst for the first couple of weeks. If you do your PT religiously, you should see some big improvement soon. I've had both hips and 1 knee replaced. I'll never do another knee. I still have pain 5 years later in the knee.

I've had both hips done (anterior?). They went in thru the front, not the side or back. Doc said no restrictions, but would rather you not climb a ladder for a few days. I divorced the walker before I left the hospital the next day. After the first one was done, I was playing golf in 5 weeks...

Glad you were able to solve your issue with the relay. But for those who haven't run out and gotten a relay to do their own gate, I took the infra red, and the reflector, butted them face to face and wrapped them with duct tape to secure the "marriage", and placed them on top of the garage...

I recently used closed cell spray foam cans (20 oz each) to insulate a Ford Transit Cargo van. They actually worked really well for my use. I bought a kit off Amazon for $275(?) that was 12 cans, gun with adjustable rotating nozzle, zoot suit, mask, goggles. Have you thought about leaving your...

Buddy says just 6, but it appears as though the "empty" port is on top of the valve body, right up against the floor board. Don't think you could even put an "L" fitting on it. Will have to take another look and see tomorrow.

Friend of mine bought a lightly used 2638. His hydraulic valve body is under the floor board, with a cable operated joystick on the fender. Trying to decipher if there are power beyond ports on the Besko control valve, and how to add a manual 2-way joystick valve on the loader to operate a...

All great suggestions from rScotty. I'd call a local hydraulic shop and see what they say as well. Somebody who works on excavators, big trucks, etc. IMO they are more qualified to diagnose your problem than (most) guys in the back of a dealership that are prepping tractors and implements for...

If you have decent cell service thru Verizon or T-Mobile, look into their whole house wifi routers. Mainly for rural areas. I pay $50/month to Verizon for 40-60 Mbps and there's no limit of use, nor do they throttle it back.

Couple of suggestions: For your "pole barn", look into a post and beam construction. (Or for that matter, just frame it like a house) Much better IMO, and something you and a couple of buddies could do yourselves. If you decide to do build it yourself, get an account at a local lumber yard vs...

Many of us have used a scrap golf cart top, mounted to some type of A frame, bolted or welded to the ROPS. I did mine for $30. Including the paint. Tough to tell from my pic to the left, but I painted to top white to reflect the sun, and the bottom tractor red. It's a god-send!

Ditto on the impact driver (mine is DeWalt as well) And recently, added a step bit set for the drill bits. Wow....what a difference.

I have an open station 2538 and mine is right in front of the firewall, in the engine compartment. I suspect yours will be too. IIRC, it isn't "mounted" to the firewall, but just hangs by the harness wires.

Sounds like you'll be leaning toward a higher HP tractor (> 50 hp). I would think you could find one that would allow the installation of one of the rotating seats used on the larger farm tractors. Probably easier to find that, than a front PTO and 3 pt hitch setup.

We had Erie insurance for 25+ years for home and auto. Great rates. Very particular who they take on as clients. We we moved to SC, they don't do business here because of the hurricane probability on the coast. We live on the west side of the state (near GA) but they exclude the entire state...

I have an 84" Phoenix, 3 pt Finish mower and have mowed 10 acres (with trees) with it for 6 years. Like you, the land is more like pasture than a golf course. I want it to look nice, but it's bumpy. I mowed it once with a ZT, and I'll NEVER do that again. Beat the crap out of me. My concern for...

I'd take it off the tractor, grind it down and try to weld it. What have you got to lose? Doubt if you can put a splint on it...

Just to be sure, take your multi-meter and pretend this wire is actually hot, and then ground your other probe on the meter. If you get voltage, it could be another hot wire, rather than a ground. Was there any after market accessories on the tractor when you got it? Might be a ground to...

Agree with all those who suggest going to single door on the north wall, vs the double doors. They look nice from the street, but waste a ton of energy and space inside. Only other thing that stood out to me was your water heater closet. Go with an outdoor tankless mounted near the laundry room...

Stole my post! I was just going to suggest this. Also...I would highly recommend 10x10' doors. You may "upgrade" your equipment before the garage/shop falls down. And maybe a wood burning stove, with a fan blowing across it. Probably a helluva lot cheaper than paying for elec. (unless you're...

If you can get the 36" for $1200, I'd jump on that quicker than Tomcat jumps on a cat in heat. AND..the 36" will give you more than twice the compacity for flow than a 24". Be sure to use some hard clay or other material to bury it so it won't erode around the mouth of the culvert at high flow...

Since your creek bed gets 4' deep, I doubt if you can afford a 4'-6' diameter culverts. The 24" ones are $1000+ for a single 20' stick. (you said you wanted to get your bridge above the water flow line IIRC). And based on the width you have to deal with, I'm not sure this is the best alternative...

I'm with Vigo on this one. Take the spindle and housing to a machine shop and let them work their magic. I don't think you can ignore it, nor do I think a belt sander and JB weld will do the trick. You'll get much better precision with a machine shop.

Of the choices you listed, I'd suggest the Mazda CX-9 by a landslide. Great power trains, little problems, if any. I follow a couple different mechanics on YT and both of them rave about the quality. I owned Mazdas for 20 years, never really had any problems with any of them. (They were sedans...

Just FYI...if you use 2x6's for the walls, you can space them 24" apart. (actually takes less wood that way) and you give yourself more space b/t studs to store stuff until you finish it off. I'd also suggest have a 6"-12" heel on your roof trusses to give you a little extra room for your...

Ditto on knowing your pH level. You're wasting money if it's not 6.5-7.5 Same goes with fertilizer.